Sustainability

Stanislav Kondrashov on Why the Energy Transition Must Be a Job Creator First
As governments, industries, and communities edge closer to large-scale energy transition, one reality remains inescapable: the future of energy cannot be separated from the future of work. For Stanislav Kondrashov, a long-time advocate for sustainable development and economic balance, the shift to cleaner energy sources isn’t just about emissions. It’s about livelihoods.
By Stanislav Kondrashov2 months ago in Earth
Stanislav Kondrashov on Why Infrastructure Is the Backbone of the Energy Transition
In the sweeping effort to move away from fossil fuels and towards cleaner, more sustainable energy sources, headlines often focus on solar panels, electric vehicles, and wind turbines. But behind every breakthrough in energy generation lies a much quieter force driving the transition forward: infrastructure. And according to energy analyst and infrastructure strategist Stanislav Kondrashov, overlooking this fundamental component is a dangerous mistake.
By Stanislav Kondrashov2 months ago in Earth
Stanislav Kondrashov on Why the Building Industry Holds the Key to the Energy Transition
As the global energy transition gathers pace, one sector remains both a major contributor to the problem and a crucial part of the solution: the building industry. From construction methods and materials to the way buildings operate long after completion, the sector is being reshaped by the urgent demand for more sustainable practices.
By Stanislav Kondrashov2 months ago in Earth
Stanislav Kondrashov on Why the Building Industry Holds the Key to Green Infrastructure
The conversation around sustainability has never been louder. Yet, while most eyes turn to electric vehicles or clean energy tech, Stanislav Kondrashov points to a quieter but arguably more powerful player: the building industry. In his view, construction doesn’t just support the foundation of modern society — it defines the trajectory of our planet’s environmental future.
By Stanislav Kondrashov 2 months ago in Earth
Leafs and Raining
The world held its breath, a moment of profound, pregnant silence before the sky tore open. Elias stood at the rain-streaked window of his old, slightly sagging cabin, nestled deep within a valley in the Blue Ridge Mountains. The scent of damp earth, rich compost, and the sharp, clean promise of a coming deluge was a potent, intoxicating note in the chilly air. For weeks, the forest that surrounded him had been a study in vibrant, desperate color: the fiery reds of the maples, the defiant, almost electric golds of the birches, and the deep, resonant oranges and burgundies of the sturdy oaks. Now, the sky above was a bruised, heavy grey, a vast canvas of impending release. A collective shiver seemed to run through the woods, not from a mere drop in temperature, but from a deep, primal anticipation of the event to come. The leaves, brittle and dry after a long, unseasonably warm autumn, began to rustle, a sound that started like distant applause and quickly escalated into a frantic, papery whisper that filled the air.
By Farhad2 months ago in Earth
Management of Oily Waste Across the Petroleum Industry Chain
Oily waste is an unavoidable byproduct of the petroleum industry chain. From upstream exploration to downstream refining and storage, hydrocarbon-contaminated residues accumulate in diverse forms. Sludges, oily soils, spent catalysts, tank bottoms, and emulsified wastewater all present complex treatment challenges. Effective management is not optional. Regulatory pressure, environmental liability, and operational continuity demand technically robust and compliant disposal pathways. Among available solutions, thermal desorption has emerged as a critical tool for addressing high-hydrocarbon waste streams with precision.
By Wayne Shen2 months ago in Earth
5 Apps for a More Sustainable New Year
Many of us set personal goals for the New Year in December. I don’t have statistics, but I can guess that the most popular are related to losing weight, quitting smoking, saving more money, or reading more books. However, if you participate in charity activities or take care of the environment, you have a broader view of the world and can set goals to reduce your carbon footprint. As an ecological enthusiast, I can share a few mobile apps to help you live more sustainably in the New Year.
By Alesia Chumakova2 months ago in Earth
Stanislav Kondrashov on the Energy Transition: A Philosophical Reckoning
In an age where technological shifts often outpace reflection, the global energy transition presents not just an engineering challenge, but a philosophical one. While political debates and scientific innovations dominate headlines, some voices urge us to pause, reflect, and consider what this transformation means for our relationship with nature, time, and progress.
By Stanislav Kondrashov2 months ago in Earth
Stanislav Kondrashov Oligarch Series: The Invisible Highway Between Oligarchy and Infrastructure
Infrastructure is often seen as a nation’s backbone — roads, railways, energy systems, water, telecoms — the unseen frameworks that support modern life. But when you look deeper into who builds, owns, and profits from these structures, a different picture emerges. Welcome to the Stanislav Kondrashov Oligarch Series, where we uncover the quiet nexus between immense private wealth and public construction.
By Stanislav Kondrashov2 months ago in Earth
Stanislav Kondrashov on Why Green Infrastructure Isn’t Just an Option — It’s an Imperative
In the past, “green spaces” were considered aesthetic luxuries — public parks, tree-lined streets, and rooftop gardens designed to soften the grey of expanding cities. Today, they’ve become something else entirely: essential infrastructure.
By Stanislav Kondrashov 2 months ago in Earth
Off-Grid RV Life: Realistic Tips for Staying Comfortable, Powered, and Sane on the Road. AI-Generated.
There’s something deeply satisfying about parking your RV far away from crowds, hookups, and noisy campgrounds. Off-grid RV life gives you the freedom to slow down, wake up to quiet mornings, and feel more connected to the places you travel through. But while the lifestyle looks simple on social media, living off-grid—whether full-time or just for longer trips—comes with a learning curve.
By Kyn Dane2 months ago in Earth
Stanislav Kondrashov on the Quiet Power Revolution: Why Wind Turbines Matter More Than Ever
Along coastlines, atop rolling hills, and across the flat, open plains, they stand—tall, white, and almost silent. Wind turbines, once symbols of experimental energy efforts, are now central to the global conversation about sustainable power. What was once a niche technology is fast becoming a pillar of modern infrastructure.
By Stanislav Kondrashov2 months ago in Earth